Menu
15/05/2006
Campaign highlights back injury risks
Preventing bad backs at work lies at the core of a major campaign by HSENI and the District Councils.
During the month of June teams of inspectors and environmental health officers will be checking out workplaces across Northern Ireland to see if backs are being protected. They will be challenging employers to show they are taking the right steps to prevent back injuries.
In announcing the campaign today, Peter McKie, Chairman of HSENI said: “Back injuries can occur across many work situations ranging from shelf stacking in supermarkets to care workers in homes. Against this background HSENI and the District Councils have joined forces to raise the profile of this problem among employers to ensure that they are taking the right preventive measures. Much of this is commonsense but unfortunately in many instances the risks are not properly assessed, resulting in a large numbers of back injuries being reported every year.”
Rosemary Campbell HSENI’s campaign co-ordinator added: “During our June Backs NI campaign we will not only be looking out for and stopping those bad work practices that injure peoples’ backs but will also be advising and educating employers so that they can take appropriate corrective action.”
Barney Heywood from the Chief Environmental Health Officers Group (CEHOG) said: “This is the biggest inspection initiative undertaken jointly between the HSENI and the District Councils and it reflects the high priority we are giving to this health issue.”
Employers can obtain a free information pack on how to assess manual handling risks and identify solutions to reduce the risk of back injury in the workplace.
Packs can be ordered by phoning HSENI’s One-2-One Helpline 0800 0320 121 or by contacting the local District Council Environmental Health Department.
Information can also be downloaded from www.workingforhealthni.gov.uk.
Free advice on managing back pain at work and rehabilitation is also available from HSENI’s Employment Medical Advisory Service on Tel: 028 90 408004.
(SP)
During the month of June teams of inspectors and environmental health officers will be checking out workplaces across Northern Ireland to see if backs are being protected. They will be challenging employers to show they are taking the right steps to prevent back injuries.
In announcing the campaign today, Peter McKie, Chairman of HSENI said: “Back injuries can occur across many work situations ranging from shelf stacking in supermarkets to care workers in homes. Against this background HSENI and the District Councils have joined forces to raise the profile of this problem among employers to ensure that they are taking the right preventive measures. Much of this is commonsense but unfortunately in many instances the risks are not properly assessed, resulting in a large numbers of back injuries being reported every year.”
Rosemary Campbell HSENI’s campaign co-ordinator added: “During our June Backs NI campaign we will not only be looking out for and stopping those bad work practices that injure peoples’ backs but will also be advising and educating employers so that they can take appropriate corrective action.”
Barney Heywood from the Chief Environmental Health Officers Group (CEHOG) said: “This is the biggest inspection initiative undertaken jointly between the HSENI and the District Councils and it reflects the high priority we are giving to this health issue.”
Employers can obtain a free information pack on how to assess manual handling risks and identify solutions to reduce the risk of back injury in the workplace.
Packs can be ordered by phoning HSENI’s One-2-One Helpline 0800 0320 121 or by contacting the local District Council Environmental Health Department.
Information can also be downloaded from www.workingforhealthni.gov.uk.
Free advice on managing back pain at work and rehabilitation is also available from HSENI’s Employment Medical Advisory Service on Tel: 028 90 408004.
(SP)
Related Northern Ireland Business News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
03 October 2016
HMRC Announces Webinars On Statutory Payments
HM Revenue & Customs has announced a series of free webinars throughout October aimed at helping employers understand statutory payments for sick pay, maternity pay and parental leave. The webinars include: • Statutory Sick Pay Feel better about SSP - find out when to pay, how much and for how long during this interactive webinar.
HMRC Announces Webinars On Statutory Payments
HM Revenue & Customs has announced a series of free webinars throughout October aimed at helping employers understand statutory payments for sick pay, maternity pay and parental leave. The webinars include: • Statutory Sick Pay Feel better about SSP - find out when to pay, how much and for how long during this interactive webinar.
09 May 2014
'Skills Hub' Initiative Launches
A new initiative to encourages employers to share skills, offer work experience opportunities has been announced by Minister for Employment and Learning Dr Stephen Farry.
'Skills Hub' Initiative Launches
A new initiative to encourages employers to share skills, offer work experience opportunities has been announced by Minister for Employment and Learning Dr Stephen Farry.
09 February 2024
Calor Backs Campaign To Promote Mental Health Awareness
Calor Ireland has taken an important step to destigmatise mental well-being following the installation of a uniquely painted elephant as part of its Charity Partner's 'Elephant in the Room' campaign.
Calor Backs Campaign To Promote Mental Health Awareness
Calor Ireland has taken an important step to destigmatise mental well-being following the installation of a uniquely painted elephant as part of its Charity Partner's 'Elephant in the Room' campaign.
05 March 2024
Mums At Work To Inspire Businesswomen Across NI
Mums At Work CIC will be showcasing a full day of inspiring speakers at their flagship event Elevate Your Business, later this month. Taking place from 10am-4pm on Monday March 25 at the Tullyglass Hotel in Ballymena, the event is designed for business women who want to take their business to the next level.
Mums At Work To Inspire Businesswomen Across NI
Mums At Work CIC will be showcasing a full day of inspiring speakers at their flagship event Elevate Your Business, later this month. Taking place from 10am-4pm on Monday March 25 at the Tullyglass Hotel in Ballymena, the event is designed for business women who want to take their business to the next level.
04 December 2003
HR managers back work-life balance, claims survey
A recent survey has revealed that three out of five UK human resource professionals back EU measures that aim to restrict company employees' working more than 48 hours-a-week.
HR managers back work-life balance, claims survey
A recent survey has revealed that three out of five UK human resource professionals back EU measures that aim to restrict company employees' working more than 48 hours-a-week.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:A mainly dry evening and night with isolated showers dying out and some longer clear spells. Then it will cloud over towards morning with some heavy showers. Minimum temperature 7 °C.
